"As long as nothing is concluded, that's what's always interesting in football. I think we all know that. Therefore, there's nothing new to say."

Currently in Switzerland preparing for the World Cup, the right-back has stated that he hasn't even come across the reports given he and his teammates are currently working hard ahead of the tournament in Russia.

"I don't read it at all, I'm in Lugano -- so in Switzerland. The rumours aren't even reaching me, and it's good this way," he added.